Joe Carey (Clare, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I compliment the local enterprise office in County Clare, which is under the stewardship of Mr. Padraic McElwee and his team. They work very closely with the SME sector, including new start-ups. They have very good figures and results. It is encouraging to hear that an additional €5 million has been provided for the local enterprise offices throughout the State, representing an increase of 22%.

Does the Minister envisage further investment in the local enterprise offices, thereby expanding their remit and improving their operations even more? I would like to hear the Minister's thoughts on that.

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